100 years ago, 1914
H. J. Pearson of Lewiston, State Agent for the Protection of Animals, has been very busy with his duties at the Maine State Fair this week. On the whole Agent Pearson reports having found conditions very satisfactory, there having been only a few occasions for complaint. In every instance the offending persons have readily complied with the requirements of the law when the error of their way was pointed out to them.
50 years ago, 1964
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Sears Roebuck Co., Singer Sewing Center, Ward Bros., Woman’s Shop, Woolworth’s Youth Center. Remember — FREE PARKING Fri. Nights (No Meters). Shop Downtown Lewiston for Outstanding Values!
25 years ago, 1989
Danville residents met Sunday evening to discuss proposed zoning changes to a portion of their neighborhood — changes they believe are in direct conflict with the historic nature of their village. Residents had hoped to view detailed maps of the Auburn Planning Board’s three proposals to convert portions of land now in the rural residence zone into a newly devised light industrial district before the changes are discussed by the board Tuesday evening. However, those maps will not be available until later this morning. When the proposed zone changes first came to light, Danville residents packed city hall to tell the Planning Board that they were opposed. They also presented a petition with 90 signatures stating a dozen reasons for their concern. The board responded with three alternative proposals to the original, which had included portions of Oakes Road, Cameron Lane and Turkey Lane. But without the maps, residents argued, envisioning those changes is nearly impossible.
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